Two Truths and a Lie - by Meg Mitchell Moore (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Truth: Sherri Griffin and her daughter, Katie, have recently moved to the idyllic beach town of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Rebecca Coleman, widely acknowledged former leader of the Newburyport Mom Squad (having taken a step back since her husband's shocking and tragic death eighteen months ago), has made a surprising effort to include these newcomers in typically closed-group activities. Rebecca's teenage daughter Alexa has even been spotted babysitting Katie. Truth: Alexa has time on her hands because of a recent falling-out with her longtime best friends for reasons no one knowsbut everyone suspects have to do with Alexas highly popular and increasingly successful YouTube channel. Katie Griffin, who at age 11 probably doesnt need a babysitter anymore, cant be left alone because she has terrifying nightmares that dont seem to jibe with the vague story Sherri has floated about the bad divorce she left behind in Ohio. Rebecca Coleman has been spending a lot of time with Sherri, its true, but shes also been spending time with someone else she doesnt want the Mom Squad to know about just yet. Lie: Rebecca Coleman doesnt have a new man in her life, and definitely not someone connected to the Mom Squad. Alexa is not seeing anyone new herself and is planning on shutting down her YouTube channel in advance of attending college in the fall. Sherri Griffins real name is Sherri Griffin, and a bad divorce is all she's running from"--

Book Synopsis

A NATIONAL BESTSELLER

From the author of The Islanders comes a warm, witty and suspenseful novel filled with small-town secrets, summer romance, big time lies and spiked seltzer, in the vein of Liane Moriarty.

Truth: Sherri Griffin and her daughter, Katie, recently moved to the idyllic beach town of Newburyport, Massachusetts. They've been welcomed by Rebecca Coleman, unofficial former leader of the Newburyport Mom Squad, and her teenage daughter Alexa, Katie's new babysitter.

Truth: Alexa has time on her hands after a falling-out with her friends involving her popular YouTube channel. Katie can't be left alone because of nightmares that don't jibe with Sherri's vague story about her past. Rebecca Coleman has been spending time with someone she doesn't want people to know about just yet.

Lie: There's no new man in Rebecca's life, and it's definitely not one connected to the Mom Squad. Alexa isn't seeing anyone new herself and plans on shutting down her YouTube channel before leaving for college. Sherri Griffin's real name is Sherri Griffin, and a bad divorce is all she's running from.

A blend of propulsive thriller and gorgeous summer read, Two Truths and a Lie reminds us that happiness isn't always a day at the beach, some secrets aren't meant to be shared, and the most precious things are the people we love.

Review Quotes

"[A] scintillating, dishy, and dark novel perfect for those who enjoyed Never Have I Ever and Big Little Lies." - Bookreporter.com

"Meg Mitchell Moore fills [Maeve Binchy's] big shoes. . . . If you're feeling landlocked and water-deprived, The Islanders is the ticket to the getaway you need." - New York Times Book Review

"Moore's narrative is fast-paced, and her lead characters are flawed and believable. Readers looking for an emotional tale will find much to enjoy." - Publishers Weekly

"A beautifully in-depth novel chronicling the intersection of the lives of three strangers during one fateful summer. [Moore's] characters are strong, and the realistic situations are both heartfelt and heartbreaking. An excellent combination of character exploration and intrigue." - Booklist

"This fast-paced, witty beach read has all the elements of a great drama, including a Greek chorus of second-grade moms providing color commentary. Perfect for fans of Big Little Lies and Little Fires Everywhere." - Booklist

"With complex characters and vivid landscape descriptions, this fun beach read from Moore has just enough drama to keep readers wondering how the story will unfold. For fans of women's fictions such as the works of Elin Hilderbrand and Nancy Thayer." - Library Journal on The Islanders